Excellent
#23 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 1% in state
Morgan EL Magnet School
Elementary School · GALVESTON ISD
P O BOX 660, Galveston, TX 77553
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Galveston
#1 of 14
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#17 of 4,678
In district
#1 of 12
GALVESTON ISD
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Morgan EL Magnet School
Morgan El Magnet School is a public elementary school in Galveston, Texas, serving students in prekindergarten through fourth grade. With 572 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1, the school delivers focused instruction across its early grade levels. The school earns a composite score of 9.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout, with academic performance and growth each rated 9.7 — both landing in the Exceptional range.
Those numbers reflect real standing: Morgan El ranks #23 out of 8,547 public schools in Texas and sits at #17 among 4,678 Texas elementary schools. It outperforms 100% of Texas schools, a distinction that places it among the most effective public elementary programs in the state. Locally, the school holds the top position in Galveston, ranked #1 out of 14 schools in the city.
For families comparing options in the area, that gap between Morgan El and its local peers is significant. Academically, the school's growth score of 9.7 signals that students are advancing at an exceptional rate year over year — not just performing well on a single snapshot, but consistently building skills. Families prioritizing both achievement and academic momentum will find Morgan El's data unusually strong by any measure.
Score Breakdown
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Morgan EL Magnet School — Students at Morgan EL Magnet School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Morgan EL Magnet School Compares
See how Morgan EL Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 59% (2019) to 67% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 55% (2019) to 62% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 660, Galveston, TX 77553
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morgan EL Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OPPE EL (rated 9.1/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ROSENBERG EL LABORATORY FOR LEARNING AND LEADING (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ROOSEVELT-WILSON EL (rated 7.7/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Texas City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Galveston, see our Galveston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BALL H S Galveston | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| UPWARD HOPE ACADEMY Galveston | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Galveston | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galveston | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| SATORI SCHOOL Galveston | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| O'CONNELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Galveston | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP Galveston | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Galveston | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Galveston | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BURNET EL Galveston | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE Galveston | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON Galveston | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| ROSENBERG EL LABORATORY FOR LEARNING AND LEADING Galveston | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| PARKER EL Galveston | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| WEIS Galveston | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| OPPE EL Galveston | 3.3 mi | 9.1 |
| ROOSEVELT-WILSON EL Texas City | 9.3 mi | 7.7 |
| WOODROW WILSON DAEP Texas City | 9.4 mi | 7.3 |
| CALVARY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION MINISTRY Texas City | 9.5 mi | — |
| TEXAS CITY H S Texas City | 9.6 mi | 6.1 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SEMINOLE EL Seminole, TX | 9.5 |
| BURTON EL Burton, TX | 9.4 |
| CEDAR CREST EL Dallas, TX | 9.4 |
| SHALLOWATER INT Shallowater, TX | 9.4 |
| C A TATUM JR EL Dallas, TX | 9.3 |
| CISCO EL Cisco, TX | 9.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morgan EL Magnet School
What grades does Morgan EL Magnet School serve?
Morgan EL Magnet School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Morgan EL Magnet School?
Morgan EL Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morgan EL Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Morgan EL Magnet School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Morgan EL Magnet School rank in TX?
Morgan EL Magnet School is ranked #23 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Morgan EL Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Morgan EL Magnet School has a composite rating of 9.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Morgan EL Magnet School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Morgan EL Magnet School has 63.0% math proficiency and 58.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Morgan EL Magnet School a charter school?
No, Morgan EL Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morgan EL Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Morgan EL Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morgan EL Magnet School?
95.5% of students at Morgan EL Magnet School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 572
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Galveston County
- Phone
- (409) 761-6700
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
GALVESTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,446
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,846
- District Rank
- #1 of 12
Other Schools in This District
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